Journeyman Plumber
Company
Plomberie Charbonneau Inc.
Location
Montreal, Quebec
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
22 days ago
Via
via Eluta.ca
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Job Description
• Located in commercial, institutional and industrial or residential buildings.
• Installs, repairs, changes, or replaces plumbing systems that distribute, store, or dispose of water, air, or gas for:
• Sanitary equipment; and
• Heating systems
• Reads plans, drawings, and specifications to determine the location of pipes, heating systems, and water supply and drainage systems.
• Determines the placement of pipes and fittings and cuts openings in walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Measures, cuts, and bends pipes using manual or mechanical machines or tools.
• Connects pipes using hose clamps, screws, bolts, or material for gluing, soldering, or welding. Installs supports, valves, and conduits.
• Connects equipment, checks system leak-tightness, and performs the correct adjustments at commissioning.
• Performs all other related tasks.
Requirements
• CCQ competency certificate – Journeyman
• Command of the Quebec plumbing code
• Ability to read plans and diagrams
• Skills in welding, measuring, tracing, bonding, coating, bending, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of materials (copper, stainless steel, iron, steel, zinc, plastic, etc.)
• Team player
• Ability to work on scaffolding at height outdoors no matter the season
• Ability to use a wide variety of tools and equipment
• Ability to move heavy objects
• Punctual self-starter
• Travel to various sites in Greater Montreal and surrounding areas
• Valid class 5 driver’s licence (asset)
• Written and spoken French
• Functional spoken English (asset)
We offer
• Daytime shift Monday to Friday
• Eight hours per day
• CCQ salaries as per the decree
• A dynamic work environment
• Advancement opportunities
• Installs, repairs, changes, or replaces plumbing systems that distribute, store, or dispose of water, air, or gas for:
• Sanitary equipment; and
• Heating systems
• Reads plans, drawings, and specifications to determine the location of pipes, heating systems, and water supply and drainage systems.
• Determines the placement of pipes and fittings and cuts openings in walls, floors, and ceilings.
• Measures, cuts, and bends pipes using manual or mechanical machines or tools.
• Connects pipes using hose clamps, screws, bolts, or material for gluing, soldering, or welding. Installs supports, valves, and conduits.
• Connects equipment, checks system leak-tightness, and performs the correct adjustments at commissioning.
• Performs all other related tasks.
Requirements
• CCQ competency certificate – Journeyman
• Command of the Quebec plumbing code
• Ability to read plans and diagrams
• Skills in welding, measuring, tracing, bonding, coating, bending, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of materials (copper, stainless steel, iron, steel, zinc, plastic, etc.)
• Team player
• Ability to work on scaffolding at height outdoors no matter the season
• Ability to use a wide variety of tools and equipment
• Ability to move heavy objects
• Punctual self-starter
• Travel to various sites in Greater Montreal and surrounding areas
• Valid class 5 driver’s licence (asset)
• Written and spoken French
• Functional spoken English (asset)
We offer
• Daytime shift Monday to Friday
• Eight hours per day
• CCQ salaries as per the decree
• A dynamic work environment
• Advancement opportunities
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Plumber Jobs
What is the minimum hourly wage for entry-level plumbers in Canada as of January 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage is CAD 17.30 per hour effective January 1 2026 for plumbers in federally regulated workplaces. Provincial rates apply elsewhere with Ontario at CAD 17.20 per hour and Alberta at CAD 15.00 per hour for the same role. Overtime at 1.5 times the rate applies after 8 hours daily or 40 hours weekly.
What work permit is required for international plumbers to work in Canada in 2026?
As per Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, international plumbers need a Labour Market Impact Assessment-supported work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program valid for up to 2 years in 2026. The permit requires a job offer from a Canadian employer and costs CAD 155 for processing.
What certification is needed to qualify as a plumber in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, plumbers require a Red Seal endorsement or provincial apprenticeship certificate with 4 years of experience and 7200 hours of on-the-job training completed by 2026. A high school diploma plus completion of a 2-year college program is mandatory for eligibility.
What documents are required to apply for plumber jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, applicants must submit a valid Red Seal certificate, proof of apprenticeship hours, Canadian resume, and SIN number when applying for plumber positions in 2026. Additional documents include trade school transcripts and a valid driver's license for site work.
